What are the responsibilities and job description for the Community Development Planner position at Mo Kan Regional Council?
Job Description
The Community Development Planner oversees plan preparation and related research for assigned projects and coordinates planning activities with elected officials, citizen advisory committees, and the general public.
The Community Development Planner must analyze census and other statistical data and prepare reports for local governments and community organizations.
The Community Development Planner will formulate grant applications and administer awarded grants.
The Community Development Planner drafts program budgets and project proposals and will oversee the distribution and monitoring of grant funds to local jurisdictions.
Primary Duties
- Develop project proposals and grant applications to secure funding for planning initiatives.
- Manage planning projects, including budget oversight and project timelines.
- Manage comprehensive plan updates for small towns and counties, as well as land use and transportation plan updates.
- Assist local governments with zoning codes, land use regulations, and other development regulations.
- Provide technical assistance to local governments on various planning disciplines (e.g., disaster recovery, hazard mitigation, economic development) as outlined under General Functions.
Skills
- A thorough knowledge of the principles and practices of community planning.
- Strong verbal and written communication skills are required.
- A research background is required.
- Computer skills, including word processing, database management, document design, and presentation software is required.
- Knowledge of other planning-related software such as AutoCAD, EMSI, ArcGIS/ArcMAP, ESRI products, etc. is preferred.
- The ability to compile and analyze technical and statistical data is required.
- The ability to work with minimal supervision, meet deadlines, and work efficiently in non-routine situations is required.
- The ability to work effectively with the public and elected officials is required.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $45,000.00 - $55,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- Dental insurance
- Dependent care reimbursement
- Flexible spending account
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Parental leave
- Retirement plan
- Vision insurance
- Work from home
Work Location: In person
Salary : $45,000 - $55,000